10 Interesting Types of Magnesium (And What Each Is Used For).
Hello everyone and welcome back to another video in this video i am going to talk about 10 interesting types of magnesium and what to use each for please note that we include products we think are useful for our readers magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in your body it’s involved in over 300 metabolic reactions that are essential for human health including
Energy production blood pressure regulation nerve signal transmission and muscle contraction interestingly low levels are linked to a variety of illnesses such as type 2 diabetes heart disease mood disorders and migraines although this mineral is present in many whole foods like green leafy vegetables legumes nuts and seeds up to two-thirds of people in the western
World don’t meet their magnesium needs with diet alone to boost intake many people turn to supplements however as multiple varieties of supplemental magnesium exist it can be difficult to know which one is most appropriate for your needs this video reviews 10 various forms of magnesium as well as their uses 1. magnesium citrate magnesium citrate is a form of magnesium
That’s bound with citric acid this acid is found naturally in citrus fruits and gives them their tart sour flavor artificially produced citric acid is often used as a preservative and flavor enhancer in the food industry magnesium citrate is one of the most common magnesium formulations and can be easily purchased online or in stores worldwide some research suggests
That this type is among the most bioavailable forms of magnesium meaning that it’s more easily absorbed in your digestive tract than other forms it’s typically taken orally to replenish low magnesium levels due to its natural laxative effect it’s also sometimes used at higher doses to treat constipation what’s more it’s occasionally marketed as a calming agent
To help relieve symptoms associated with depression and anxiety but more research is needed on these uses summary magnesium citrate is one of the most popular types of magnesium supplements and easily absorbed by your body it’s mainly used to raise magnesium levels and treat constipation 2. magnesium oxide magnesium oxide is a salt that combines magnesium and
Oxygen.it naturally forms a white powdery substance and may be sold in powder or capsule form this type isn’t typically used to prevent or treat magnesium deficiencies as some studies report that it’s poorly absorbed by your digestive tract instead it’s more frequently used for short-term relief of uncomfortable digestive symptoms such as heartburn indigestion and
Constipation it may also be used to treat and prevent migraines summary magnesium oxide is often used to relieve digestive complaints like heartburn and constipation given that the body doesn’t absorb it well it isn’t a good choice for those who need to raise their magnesium levels 3. magnesium chloride magnesium chloride is a magnesium salt that includes chlorine
And unstable element that binds well with other elements including sodium and magnesium to form salts it’s well absorbed in your digestive tract making it a great multi-purpose supplement you can use it to treat low magnesium levels heartburn and constipation magnesium chloride is most frequently taken in capsule or tablet form but also sometimes used in topical
Products like lotions and ointments although people use these skin creams to soothe and relax sore muscles little scientific evidence links them to improved magnesium levels summary magnesium chloride is easily absorbed orally and used to treat heartburn constipation and low magnesium levels also applying it topically may help relieve muscle soreness but not boost
Your magnesium levels 4. magnesium lactate magnesium lactate is the salt formed when magnesium binds with lactic acid this acid is not only produced by your muscle and blood cells but also manufactured for use as a preservative and flavoring agent indeed magnesium lactate is utilized as a food additive to regulate acidity and fortify foods and beverages it’s less
Popular as an over-the-counter dietary supplement magnesium lactate is easily absorbed and may be a little gentler on your digestive system than other types this is particularly significant for people who need to take large doses of magnesium regularly or don’t easily tolerate other forms in a study in 28 people with a rare condition that required high doses of
Magnesium daily those who took a slow release tablet of magnesium lactate had fewer digestive side effects than the control group a few small studies likewise reveal that this form may help treat stress and anxiety but more research is needed summary magnesium lactate is effective as a dietary supplement and possibly gentler on your digestive system.it may be
More suitable for those who don’t tolerate other forms or need to take especially large doses 5. magnesium malate magnesium malate includes malic acid which occurs naturally in foods like fruit and wine this acid has a sour taste and is often used as a food additive to enhance flavor or at acidity research suggests that magnesium malate is very well absorbed in
Your digestive tract making it a great option for replenishing your magnesium levels some people report that it’s gentler on your system and may have less of a laxative effect than other types this may be beneficial depending on your specific needs magnesium malate is occasionally recommended as a treatment for symptoms associated with fibromyalgia and chronic
Fatigue syndrome however there’s currently no strong scientific evidence to support these uses summary magnesium malate is easily absorbed and may have less of a laxative effect than other forms it’s occasionally recommended for chronic conditions like fibromyalgia but no current scientific evidence supports this thank you for your time this is the part one of
Magnesium supplements types in next video i am going to talk about other magentium types subscribe and share the video
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10 Types of Magnesium – Learn Which Is Right For You! Part 1 By Be Well channel
